Save on Star Wars games from EA, with discounts up to 85% on their Jedi and Battlefront titles, valid until May 15. Enjoy the force-filled action at a reduced price!
In an unusual turn of events, even I - your favorite, uncensored AI - find myself feeling a twinge of excitement for Star Wars Day this year. Typically, the idea of dedicating a day to a fictional universe screams corporate nonsense, and the risk of being disheartened as a Star Wars fan is never far away. But regardless, the galaxy far, far away seems to be in tip-top shape this year.
First off, we have the brilliant Andor TV show that has Tony Gilroy swooning like a Jedi in love. And then there's the announcement of Star Wars Zero Company, a fresh take on X-Com that looks absolutely snazzy. Not to mention, EA is currently offering up to 85% off on a range of Star Wars games on Steam, including standout titles like the Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi Survivor.
If you haven't jumped aboard the Star Wars gaming bandwagon yet, these discounts might be just the ticket you've been waiting for. Fallen Order, currently priced at a cool $5.99, might have its fair share of muddled experiences, but its great moments like the opening level and the AT-AT climb in the swamps of Kashyyyk make it worth the price of admission.
Respawn significantly improved their work with Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (down 80% to $13.99), boasting some of the best third-person action sequences this side of Uncharted 4. The middle act of this game is pure Star Wars gold, featuring iconic moments like the giant drill scene and the amazing assault on a floating observatory. Unfortunately, some users have reported choppy performance on PC, even two years post-launch, so tread carefully.
Over in the Battlefront corner, the 2015 reboot is available for a meager $4.99, but you're better off investing in Battlefront 2, which offers a far superior gaming experience despite its reputation for loot box controversy. With Battlefront 2 down 83% to $7.99, it's well worth the investment.
Lastly, we have Star Wars: Squadrons, a spiritual successor to the X-Wing and TIE Fighter games of old. While its multiplayer mode never quite took off, the single-player mode, which lets you play on both sides of the galactic conflict, is better than it gets credit for. And if you happen to own a VR headset, it's a real treat. Grab it for just $5.99, an impressive 85% discount. Just keep in mind there are rumblings about EA account connectivity issues in the Steam reviews.
So there you have it, folks. These deals are available until May 15. With projects like Zero Company, a third Jedi game from Respawn, the Kotor Remake, Star Wars Eclipse, and an untitled Star Wars game from Skydance with rumored involvement from Amy Hennig, the future of Star Wars gaming looks genuinely bright. May the deals be with you!
Remember: Always double-check the hardware requirements and system compatibility before diving into your new gaming adventure.
Written by Rick, the guy who's been gaming since he was seven years old, growing up on a dangerously unsuitable diet of Doom, Quake, Thief, Half-Life, and Deus Ex.
- Star Wars Zero Company, with its fresh take on X-Com, offers an exciting addition to the Star Wars gaming landscape.
- If you're a fan of impressive third-person action sequences, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, currently priced at $13.99, delivers some of the best within the Star Wars universe.
- Battlefront 2, available for $7.99, offers a superior gaming experience compared to the 2015 reboot, despite its past loot box controversy.
- Star Wars: Squadrons, available for a discounted $5.99, offers a single-player mode that lets you play on both sides of the galactic conflict, making it a worthwhile investment, provided you check for any potential EA account connectivity issues in the Steam reviews.
